Orchid

When even the moon no longer shines
Shadows blend to autumn
And your soul weeps like a wet leaf in the wind

When fear holds you rigid
A lychee peeled naked
And your head tells you that it’s the Orchids’ very own fault.

Look!:
You’re a miracle, you’ve made it, don’t despair
Stay firm and strong
You are so lovable, yes, you of the distrusting face
To the depth of your spine

When fog creeps into your senses
Winter’s winds rove around
And thoughts so shallow, defieing your existence.

When pain halts your breathing
The past suddenly is present
And you kept up appearances because Little Darlings never scream.

Listen!:
You’re a miracle, you’ve made it, don’t despair
Stay firm and strong
You are so lovable, yes, you of the distrusting face
To the depth of your spine

Feel yourself, trust yourself, love yourself, take care of yourself, claim your space
Because you’ve really earned it
Show yourself, help yourself, break your silence, stay here, do it for yourself
And your hurt inner child.

Try to talk to her
That little princess in a dungeon
She wants love, she wants to live
But her fear lies dreadfully deep comfort her.

When even the moon no longer shines
Shadows blend to autumn
And your soul weeps like a wet leaf in the wind

When fear holds you rigid
A lychee peeled naked
And your head tells you that it’s the Orchids’ very own fault.

Then feel:
You’re a miracle, you’ve made it, don’t despair
Stay firm and strong
You are so lovable, YES , YOU and that down to your spine!!!

Music and lyrics by Astrid Kottmann
(Translation: Nicole Widmer)